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International Airlines Group (IAG) has invested in Wastefront, a leading tyre-to-fuel company, who plan to turn used tyres into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The SAF will be made by converting waste tyres into tyre derived oil, which is then refined into road fuels and SAF. The SAF produced is expected to give life cycle carbon emission savings over 80% versus fossil fuels.

Pyrum Innovations AG and its Greek partner, Thermo Lysi SA, have received full regulatory approval for the construction of a new pyrolysis-based tire recycling plant in Greece. With all necessary permits granted, the project is now considered “fully approved,” paving the way for the next phase of development.

JANUARY 2024: Global circularity must be doubled by 2032. The Circularity Gap Report 2024 reveals a decline in global circularity to 7.2%, emphasizing the urgent need for transformative action. Excessive material consumption drives environmental harm and inequality, with high-income nations disproportionately responsible. The report outlines 16 solutions across key sectors to reduce material use by 30% while improving well-being.

Specifically, recovered Carbon Black (rCB) and Tire Pyrolysis Oil (TPO), obtained through thermolysis processes from used tires, should be classified as valuable secondary products rather than waste. The lack of harmonization between the EU Waste Framework Directive and the EU Chemicals Regulation REACH could otherwise spell the end of chemical circular economy initiatives for used tires.

Scandinavian Enviro Systems (Enviro) CEO Fredrik Emilson shared insights on the company’s 2024 milestones, highlighting advancements in tire recycling technology and strategic goals for scaling operations. This year marked significant progress for Enviro with the construction of its first full-scale plant in Uddevalla, Sweden. Designed as a blueprint for future facilities, this state-of-the-art facility integrates Enviro’s pyrolysis technology and sets the foundation for achieving the joint venture’s goal of one million tons of processing capacity by 2030.

SIGNUS has announced a 3.4% reduction in the Ecovalor tire management fees for 2025, reflecting adjustments to the average weight of tires and decreased management costs. The update was revealed during a press meeting where SIGNUS reviewed its 2024 accomplishments and outlined upcoming initiatives for 2025.

Pyrum Innovations AG has been operating all three production lines at its headquarters in Dillingen/Saar in parallel for the first time since last weekend. The three reactors will initially be operated together for one week before TAD 1 enters the next maintenance phase as planned.

Researchers at the University of Delaware have introduced an innovative method to address the environmental and health challenges posed by toxic chemicals in end-of-life tires, particularly 6PPD. This molecule, used in tires for UV protection, releases harmful particles during tire wear and landfill decomposition, contaminating waterways and causing significant ecological harm, including fish die-offs.

Chennai-based Rathi Group is set to significantly expand its recovered carbon black (rCB) production capacity, reaching 20,000 metric tons annually by December 2024. The company is adding a new greenfield facility with a 15,000 MT/year capacity under its Rathi Green Energy Private Limited entity, leveraging insights from its existing 5,000 MT/year plant.